‘Mistakes happen, I am human, not a God’ : PM Modi

New Delhi: Recounting his tenure as Chief Minister of Gujarat, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday said that “Mistakes will happen, I am human and not a God.” Modi made these remarks when he appeared as a guest on Zerodha co-founder Nikhil Kamath’s podcast series called ‘People By WTF’. When he was asked about his… Continue reading ‘Mistakes happen, I am human, not a God’ : PM Modi

Indian economy likely to be ‘a little weaker’ in 2025: IMF MD

WASHINGTON: The Indian economy is expected to be “a little weaker” in 2025 despite steady global growth, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has said. Georgieva also said she expects quite a lot of uncertainty in the world this year mainly around the trade policy of the US. In her annual media roundtable with a group of… Continue reading Indian economy likely to be ‘a little weaker’ in 2025: IMF MD

Devout Hindus flock to temples on auspicious Vaikuntha Ekadashi

Hyderabad, Jan 10: A large number of devotees thronged temples, particularly those dedicated to Lord Vishnu, across Telangana on Friday to offer special prayers on the auspicious occasion of Vaikuntha Ekadashi. Observing the holy day, devout Hindus fasted and immersed themselves in reading sacred scriptures. Vaikuntha, according to Hindu mythology, is considered the celestial abode… Continue reading Devout Hindus flock to temples on auspicious Vaikuntha Ekadashi

10,000 special guests invited to Republic Day Parade

New Delhi: In an aim to increase ‘Jan Bhagidari’ in events of national importance, around 10,000 special guests have been invited to witness the 76th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path, on January 26. These architects of ‘Swarnim Bharat’, with diverse backgrounds, include the best performers in various fields and those who have made best… Continue reading 10,000 special guests invited to Republic Day Parade

Kerala to launch organic water bottles for first time in India

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 10: A Kerala startup under the aegis of Kerala Irrigation Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd (KIIDC) is all set to launch ecologically friendly organic water bottles, also called “compostable bottles’, for the first time in the country soon. The new product will go a long way in replacing plastic bottles and will be marketed… Continue reading Kerala to launch organic water bottles for first time in India

Fierce wildfires in LA force over 180k people fleeing home, destroying thousands structures

Los Angeles, Jan 10: Fierce wildfires continue to burn in the greater Los Angeles area on Thursday, killing at least five people and forcing nearly 180,000 people fleeing their homes. Five active fires in Los Angeles County have grown to more than 29,000 acres (about 117.3 square kilometers). The two biggest ones, Palisades Fire and… Continue reading Fierce wildfires in LA force over 180k people fleeing home, destroying thousands structures

At least 1,650 flights cancelled as winter storm hits U.S. Texas

Houston, Jan 10: At least 1,650 flights were cancelled across Texas airports on Thursday morning as a winter storm hits the second largest U.S. state, according to FlightAware. More than 13,000 flights were delayed in the state’s major airports as of Thursday morning, data from FlightAware showed. Across an 800-mile expanse of the southern U.S.… Continue reading At least 1,650 flights cancelled as winter storm hits U.S. Texas

1,211 aftershocks detected after Xizang 6.8-magnitude quake

Lhasa: A total of 1,211 aftershocks had been detected as of 3 p.m. Thursday after a 6.8-magnitude earthquake jolted Dingri County in southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region on Tuesday, local authorities said. The largest aftershock had a magnitude of 4.4, and occurred about 18 kilometers from the epicenter of the 6.8-magnitude earthquake, according to the… Continue reading 1,211 aftershocks detected after Xizang 6.8-magnitude quake

Paris Hilton breaks down as her Malibu house succumbs to devastating Pacific Palisades fire

Malibu: Famous American media personality and businesswoman, Paris Hilton has suffered a devastating loss as her Malibu home was destroyed in the catastrophic fires sweeping through Pacific Palisades. The 43 year old took to her Instagram on Wednesday, January 8, to share her grief, revealing she learned of the destruction while watching live news coverage… Continue reading Paris Hilton breaks down as her Malibu house succumbs to devastating Pacific Palisades fire

‘Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama’ to release in India on January 24

NEW DELHI: “Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama”, the 1993 Japanese-Indian anime film, is set to hit Indian theatres on January 24, the movie’s distributors said on Wednesday. The animated film was earlier scheduled to be released with new dubs in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu alongside its original English version on October 18, 2024 in… Continue reading ‘Ramayana: The Legend of Prince Rama’ to release in India on January 24